Tell us about your care needs and we'll confirm their availability and help arrange an introduction.
Margaret is a dedicated and highly experienced Live-in Carer with over a decade of combined care and professional experience, currently working with Country Cousins since 2018. She holds an MSc in Business & Management and brings a uniquely diverse skill set to her care roles, encompassing mobility support, medication assistance, meal preparation, and household management. Known for her discretion, reliability, and warm approach, Margaret is equally comfortable working independently or as part of a team, making her an exceptional and well-rounded carer.
Country Cousins
Live in Carer·Dec 2018 – Present
Margaret works as a Live-in Carer providing comprehensive support to the client across all aspects of daily living. Her responsibilities include enabling mobility through Moving & Handling transfers and wheelchair assistance, assisting with medications, meal planning and preparation, and managing day-to-day household tasks such as laundry, shopping, and bed changing. She maintains meticulous reporting and recording in line with company procedures while upholding client confidentiality and adhering to all policies at all times.
Helping Hands Home Care
Live in Carer·Dec 2014 – Dec 2018
In this live-in care role, Margaret provided hands-on support to the client with mobility, including Moving & Handling transfers, wheelchair assistance, and checking specialist equipment. She assisted with medications, menu planning, food preparation, and a full range of household tasks, while also handling correspondence and financial matters as requested. Throughout the role she demonstrated a strong commitment to client confidentiality, accurate record-keeping, and ongoing personal development.
Castle Rock home care/Mears
Care Assistant·Jun 2014 – Dec 2014
Margaret worked as a Care Assistant building supportive relationships with clients, identifying their individual needs, and assisting with physical tasks and daily activities. She provided emotional and social support, liaised with family members and healthcare providers, and monitored clients' conditions by recording temperatures, pulse, respirations, and weight. Her approach was centred on ensuring the overall comfort and wellbeing of each client in her care.
Red Line Recruitment
Warehouse Assistant·Sep 2013 – Jun 2014
Margaret worked as a Warehouse Assistant responsible for receiving, checking, storing, and dispatching goods, helping to process over 500 lines daily. Her duties included picking and packing, loading and unloading vehicles, maintaining warehouse machinery, and accurately updating both computer and manual recording systems. She demonstrated strong organisational skills and a meticulous work ethic throughout this role.
Liverpool Hope University
MSc·Completed 2013
Central University College
BSc·Completed 2009
Cape Coast Polytechnic
Diploma·Completed 2003
No additional qualifications provided
Yes — once you've spoken with our team, we'll arrange an introduction with carers who are a good fit. This gives you the chance to ask questions and make sure it feels right before moving forward.
Simply give us a call and tell us a bit about your needs. We'll confirm availability, suggest the best carers (including Margaret if suitable), and guide you through the next steps.
Availability can change quickly. When you speak to us, we'll check Margaret's current availability and recommend similar carers if needed, so you're not limited to just one option.
Compass Group Ltd.
Back of House Assistant·Mar 2013 – Sep 2013
In this kitchen support role, Margaret was responsible for preparing, cooking, and presenting food efficiently to company standards while maintaining a clean and hygienic working environment at all times. She completed all required company documentation, adhered to health and safety procedures, and participated actively in team meetings. She also maintained her personal knowledge through in-house training and workbooks.
Taipan Holdings Ltd.
Customer Service Assistant·Oct 2012 – Feb 2013
Margaret provided customer service-orientated sales support, focusing on ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and timely delivery follow-up. She collaborated with the Finance Department to address customer commitments and proactively generated new business through outgoing customer calls. She also studied and interpreted competitive methods and pricing to maximise sales opportunities.
Smeedies Stevedoring Ltd.
Senior Accounts Assistant·Oct 2010 – Aug 2012
Margaret served as a Senior Accounts Assistant, responsible for recording current account transactions, preparing financial statements, and processing bank reconciliations. She administered sales invoices and managed comprehensive payroll and taxation activities, while also dealing with customer enquiries. This role demonstrated her strong financial acumen and attention to detail in an accounts environment.
Ghana Ports & Harbours Authority
National Service Personnel·Oct 2009 – Sep 2010
During her national service placement, Margaret handled operational and non-operational income, coordinated service utilities for vessels, and registered Head Office income and cash flow. She also controlled shore import and export procedures and assisted in preparations for vessel handling, including the preparation of royalties. This role provided valuable experience in a large public-sector port authority environment.